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AV08 EAP

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

160,960 mi
Last recorded160,960 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 EAP
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 160,960 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre obviously under inflated all four (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 158,405 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 158,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 154,608 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 152,373 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 147,213 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2020 147,213 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 144,570 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 140,829 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 137,289 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively very slight (3.7.B.3)

advise offside wiper blade

Pass 24 Nov 2016 133,395 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 127,343 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 121,145 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 111,379 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 103,518 miles

engine compartment inner wing covers fitted obscuring testable items

engine cover obscuring testable items

extensive body undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

nearside front tyre heavily worn on outer edge

offside front outer wheel rim damaged

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

oversills fitted unable to carry out full sill inspection

passenger front air bag deactivated at time of test

Pass 4 Nov 2011 80,859 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS220?

Based on 191,733 MOT tests across 13,812 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,548
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
13,812
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,297
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,226
position lamp(s) not working 1,660
Headlamp aim too low 1,305
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AV08 EAP is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 87,155 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 EAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS220 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV08 EAP registered?

AV08 EAP is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is AV08 EAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 EAP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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